She said Queensland would take confidence from South Australia’s upset win over NSW in last year’s final.

“We’ve got nothing to lose and that’s something that all the girls have taken on board,’’ Ferling said. “We’re yet to win this trophy while NSW have won it 17 times.

“We could potentially make history. It’s something all of the girls have really wanted to do. It’s not very often you get to pull on the maroon let alone play in a final.”

Holly Ferling in action for Australia against India.Source:Getty Images

Ferling said “State of Origin rivalry” would make it a lot sweeter to claim Queensland’s first WNCL title by beating NSW.

One of the biggest obstacles for Queensland will be overcoming Breakers star Ellyse Perry.

The all-rounder has been in phenomenal form, with five consecutive half-centuries for the Southern Stars in their five-match one-day series against South Africa.

Ferling said there was no denying Perry would be a target for the Fire today.

“She’s a champion in every right,” Ferling said. “She’s going to be a key wicket for us to take. Similarly with her bowling, she’s a world class player and you really can’t underestimate her or the whole team.”